EC&I Engineer

Senior EC&I Engineer Location: Bolton

Salary: DEO £60,000.00 + Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent or Contract Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior EC&I Engineer to support a key client in Bolton, specialising in the design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated door and access systems.

This is a technically focused role acting as a central point for Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) activities. You will work on a diverse range of systems-from pedestrian automatic doors to large industrial and safety-critical doorsets within nuclear, defence, transport, and other high-hazard environments. Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical & Design

Lead EC&I design activities across automated door and access control systems

Design and develop

Wiring schematics

Control panels and assemblies

Cable schedules

Produce detailed EC&I drawings, calculations, and technical documentation

Ensure systems comply with required Performance Levels (PL) or SIL ratings

Use SISTEMA to analyse and verify safety-related control systems (SRP/CS)

Project & Site Delivery

Conduct site visits to assess existing installations and define modification requirements

Support installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance activities

Provide fault diagnosis and troubleshooting support to site teams

Assist with Functional Design Specifications (FDS) and project scoping

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

Act as a focal point between

Mechanical Engineers

Project teams

Subcontractors

External stakeholders and clients

Support multi-disciplinary integration across departments

Liaise with internal and external customers to ensure successful project delivery

Compliance & Quality Assurance

Ensure compliance with

Machinery Directive

UK Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations

Relevant British and ISO standards

Review, check, and technically verify EC&I drawings and documentation

Carry out approval responsibilities in line with company processes

Contribute to Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), including raising and resolving issues

General Responsibilities

Maintain flexibility to support project deadlines, including overtime where required

Undertake additional duties appropriate to the role and seniority level

Essential Requirements

Qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Proven experience with

Automated doors, access systems, or similar electro-mechanical systems

Strong understanding of

Electrical systems and control circuits

Fault-finding and diagnostics

Experience interpreting electrical schematics and drawings

Ability to independently design compliant EC&I systems

Technical Knowledge

Familiarity with relevant standards, including

BS EN 16005 (Pedestrian Doors)

BS EN 12453

BS EN ISO 13849-1 & 13849-2

BS EN 60204

BS 7671

Experience producing EC&I documentation, reports, and specifications

Experience performing engineering calculations (manual and software-based)

Competence with AutoCAD 2D and/or Inventor 3D

Understanding of

Motors, gearboxes, clutch/brake systems

Sensors and safety devices

Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)

PLCs and programmable safety systems

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience with

Roller shutters, sectional doors, industrial sliding doors, or powered access systems

Experience in safety-critical sectors (nuclear, defence, heavy industry)

Knowledge of

Safety PLCs

Interlock systems

Emergency release mechanisms

VFDs

Experience using SISTEMA for PL calculations

ECS/CSCS card

Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to obtain

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.